Sans Superellipse Tubo 9 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Korolev' by Device, 'Bebas Neue Pro' by Dharma Type, 'Alternate Gothic' by Linotype, and 'Alternate Gothic Pro' by SoftMaker (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, sportswear, industrial, retro, utilitarian, friendly, punchy, impact, clarity, compactness, approachability, rounded corners, condensed, sturdy, blunt, compact.
A compact sans with squared, superellipse-like curves and noticeably rounded corners. Strokes are heavy and even, with minimal modulation and a slightly softened, inked texture at joins and terminals. Counters are tight but kept open enough for clarity, and many letters use blunt, flattened terminals that reinforce the blocky rhythm. The overall spacing and proportions feel condensed and efficient, producing a strong vertical cadence in text.
Well suited to headlines, posters, and packaging where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. It can also work effectively for signage, labels, and apparel graphics thanks to its sturdy shapes and clear, condensed rhythm.
The font reads as workmanlike and assertive, with a subtly handmade roughness that keeps it from feeling sterile. Its rounded-rectangle geometry adds friendliness to an otherwise industrial, sign-painter tone, giving it a retro, practical personality.
The design appears intended to deliver a dense, attention-grabbing sans that blends industrial sturdiness with softened, rounded-rectangle forms for approachability. Its consistent, low-modulation strokes and blunt terminals suggest a focus on reliable reproduction in bold display settings.
Round letters tend to appear more squarish than circular, and diagonal forms (like V/W/X) keep a sturdy, compact stance rather than sharp elegance. Numerals follow the same blunt, rounded-corner logic, with clear silhouettes suited to quick recognition.