Slab Contrasted Abpa 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shemekia' by Areatype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, branding, robust, industrial, traditional, confident, impact, readability, print tone, authority, durability, blocky, bracketed, crisp, authoritative, sturdy.
A sturdy slab-serif with squared, bracketed serifs and a compact, weighty texture. Strokes are generally even with only mild modulation, producing a dense, high-ink silhouette in both text and display sizes. Counters are moderately open and the curves (C, G, O, S) are rounded but held in check by firm terminals and flat-ended joins. The lowercase shows a straightforward, workmanlike construction with a single-storey g and strong vertical stress, while capitals feel broad-shouldered and stable; numerals follow the same solid, blocky logic for a consistent rhythm.
Well-suited to headlines and subheads where a firm, impactful presence is needed, and it also performs convincingly in short-to-medium editorial passages that benefit from a dense, classic texture. Its sturdy slabs and straightforward forms can support branding, packaging, and poster typography where clarity and authority are priorities.
The overall tone is confident and no-nonsense, combining an old-school print flavor with an industrial sturdiness. It reads as dependable and authoritative rather than delicate, giving text a grounded, editorial voice.
The design appears aimed at delivering a strong slab-serif voice that balances traditional print sensibilities with modern solidity. It prioritizes an even, sturdy rhythm and clear, emphatic terminals to maintain presence across both display and text use.
In paragraph settings the font builds a dark, even color with clear word shapes and emphatic serifs that reinforce the baseline. At larger sizes the slab details and bracket transitions become a defining character feature, making it effective for strong typographic statements.