Bought them because tip seem to be extra sharp (it is), and so I hoped these picks are extra silent, but they do make noise, not usual though: while other picks make scuffling noise, these make chimy, more clear sound, which I don't like. Also, their shape is good for those who hold pick with index finger's pad, not side (because of deepenings). So I wouldn't recommend these for anyone who holds pick with index finger's side.