Slab Contrasted Komis 9 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Netra' by Sign Studio and 'Palo Slab' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
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A robust slab serif with broad proportions, bracketed slabs, and a steady, upright stance. Strokes are largely even but show gentle modulation, giving the letterforms a slightly engraved, editorial texture rather than a purely monoline feel. Counters are open and generously sized, terminals are clean and squared, and the overall rhythm is calm and well-spaced, supporting clear word shapes in extended text.
Well-suited for editorial design where a dense, confident texture is desirable, including magazines, newspapers, and long-form publishing. Its sturdy serifs and broad stance also work effectively for headlines, signage-like titling, and brand or packaging systems that aim for classic credibility and clear, high-contrast reproduction.
The tone feels confident and established, with a traditional, print-forward character. It carries a bookish, newsroom sensibility—serious and dependable rather than playful—while retaining enough warmth from its bracketing and mild modulation to avoid feeling mechanical.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif voice optimized for readable text color and strong typographic presence. It balances traditional detailing with straightforward, sturdy construction to perform across both display settings and longer passages.
Uppercase forms read especially solid and architectural, with strong horizontals and emphatic serifs. Numerals are weighty and highly legible, matching the text color of the alphabet and reinforcing a utilitarian, information-ready voice.