Sans Contrasted Tyba 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Opal Bulgarian' by Context Foundry, 'Prolog Hybrid' by HGB fonts, 'Optima Nova' by Linotype, and 'Classico' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, branding, posters, book covers, classic, authoritative, refined, formal, premium tone, editorial impact, classic modernity, brand authority, crisp, clean, sculpted, bracketed, calligraphic.
This typeface shows a crisp, high-contrast construction with tapered joins and subtly bracketed, wedge-like terminals that keep the texture sharp and controlled. Curves are smooth and fairly open, while straight strokes stay clean and vertical, giving the overall rhythm a composed, bookish cadence. Uppercase forms feel stately and well-proportioned; the lowercase is compact and sturdy with clear counters and a slightly traditional, calligraphic modulation that reads strongly at display sizes.
It performs best where contrast and crisp detailing can be appreciated—magazine headlines, pull quotes, book covers, and brand marks that need a refined, authoritative presence. It can also work for short blocks of text or subheads when a strong, formal tone and dense typographic color are desired.
The overall tone is refined and editorial, balancing seriousness with a polished, contemporary cleanliness. Its contrast and sharp terminals add a sense of craft and authority, lending a premium, institutional voice rather than a casual one.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, clean reading of a classic contrasted style—combining sharp terminals and sculpted modulation to create an elegant, premium voice suitable for editorial and brand-forward typography.
The figures are clear and prominent, with strong contrast that matches the letters and helps numerals hold their own in headings. In paragraph-style setting, the face produces a dark, confident color with pronounced vertical emphasis and crisp edges.