Maax Mono is a variant of Maax “with a fixed set-width”. In order to emphasize its mechanical character, Damien Gautier has chosen to “harden” the strokes while intentionally, but not systematically, creating black “stains” in some areas, as if to recall the origins of typewritten typefaces. In addition to a particular rhythm specific to such typefaces, texts composed with Maax Mono possess a highly original color. Developed in direct relation with Maax, it could provide a variation when the latter is already being used. Their identical vertical proportions simplify the simultaneous use of the two typefaces.
Maax Mono is a type family originally composed of four styles—Regular, Italic, Bold and Bold Italic—more than enough for this intentionally rough typeface.
In 2021, Damien Gautier added two styles – Stencil and Semi-Stencil – increasing the range of use and scope of this typeface. In addition to developing a strong personality, these two new variants allow one to consider using the typeface as reversed type, or with stencils. With the arrival of these two new styles, Maax Mono could easily be used as a typeface for titles or for signage.