Sans Contrasted Ompo 9 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, magazine titles, packaging, editorial, modernist, assertive, stylish, crisp, display impact, editorial tone, brand character, graphic sharpness, readable drama, flared terminals, wedge cuts, open counters, sharp joins, sculpted curves.
A heavy, high-contrast display face with mostly monoline stem mass broken by sharply tapered joins and flared, wedge-like terminals. Curves are broad and clean, with generous bowls and counters, while several strokes end in angled cuts that create a chiseled, graphic rhythm. Uppercase forms feel sturdy and geometric with softened curvature, and the lowercase maintains a straightforward, readable structure with a single-storey a and g. Figures are large and bold with strong presence and rounded forms, matching the letterforms’ sculpted contrast.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium runs where the sculpted terminals and contrast can be appreciated—magazine titling, branding wordmarks, posters, and packaging. It can also work for pull quotes or subheads when given adequate size and line spacing.
The overall tone is confident and contemporary, mixing a refined, editorial polish with a slightly dramatic, poster-ready edge. The sharp terminals and controlled contrast add sophistication, while the big counters and simplified constructions keep it approachable and clear.
The design appears aimed at delivering a modern display voice that feels premium and graphic without relying on traditional serif structures. Its contrast and wedge-cut terminals suggest an intention to add visual bite and character while keeping letterforms broadly familiar and readable.
Spacing appears fairly open for a display weight, helping the dense strokes breathe in text. Distinctive details—like angled stroke endings and tightened internal joins—create a consistent ‘cut’ motif that reads as intentional styling rather than calligraphic softness.