The STS requires a small modification. Shame you didn't register earlier, you would have probably asked about the problem. Simple solution actually.
The string stoppers will not quiet a crossbow. There is way too much extra energy left over from the launch of the arrow. This extra energy creates vibrations which cause the bow to act like a tuning fork and produce a loud noise. The string stoppers address this by allowing the string to release SOME energy onto the rubber stoppers and from there to the riser and then the stock. This reduces vibrations, changes the way the bow feels when shot, and also reduces noise slightly. It also makes it more accurate.
Many ways have been tried to reduce noise. But the real game is to reduce vibrations. Most of the really effective methods of noise reduction - also reduce arrow speed.
You have the fastest bow Excal makes, enjoy that fact. I suggest that you let the bow quiet down naturally. You do this by shooting it alot. Eventually, you will notice it getting less abnoxious to your ears.
Search past posts carefully. Some involve ideas that are not good. Also, becareful which string you place on that carved limb bow. You can use the wrong string and have bad problems. Suggest you ask about that and allow the board collective to inform you of the issue properly.
Heavier arrows absorb more energy, and reduce noise, but cost you speed.
Quality strings can reduce noise, and may or may not cost you arrow speed.
Limb dampeners, string thingies, etc also reduce noise, and cost you arrow speed.
The amount of noise is deceptive, because your ear is right against the stock. Stand in front at thirty yards and see how quiet your bow really is. That is probably the distance it takes for a deer to hear the bow before the arrow strikes. You will notice that the arrow is much louder than the bow. Make sure you are safe, and that you trust the shooter.
Welcome to the site. Many quailty people here. Glad Tejas has reasonable archery laws now, and wish Florida would do the same.
Just an over informed newbie with a misinformation spreading disorder- and a Vortex
Thanks.
I am going to try and find the one ischa and you have. That is a slick set up you got that I saw on the quiver mount thread. I also need to get the quiver off the side and am leaning to that top mount that goes parallel to the limbs.
