Quiet Pickleball Paddles

We have carefully selected a group of paddles that meet specific materials and manufacturing guidelines to produce a quieter sound. These pickleball paddles incorporate certain characteristics that make them ideal for a quieter pickleball experience.

•  Core material - Most paddles now use a polypropylene honeycomb core, which significantly reduces the noise. In the past, paddle core materials such as Nomex or aluminum produced a much louder and higher-pitched sound, but they have fallen out of favor due to these reasons. Nowadays, very few paddles are manufactured using anything other than a polymer honeycomb core configuration.
• Core Thickness -Thicker cores not only result in a quieter sound but also provide greater control over your shots. This is particularly beneficial for drops and dinks. Thicker-cored paddles absorb more of the kinetic energy during ground strokes, resulting in a low "thud" sound instead of a high-pitched "pop." We recommend looking for paddles with at least a 16mm (0.63") thick core. You can easily find such paddles on our Thick Core Pickleball Paddles category page.
• Face Material -  Paddles with a graphite or carbon fiber face tend to be quieter choices. These materials allow the pickleball to stay on the paddle's surface for a split-second longer before springing away. This increased dwell time transfers more energy from the ball into the paddle, which then dissipates across the face, resulting in reduced audible noise upon impact.

We encourage you to explore our list of quiet pickleball paddles today. Our goal is to ensure that the only sound echoing around your court is the sound of you winning! Check out our list of the 7 Best Quiet Pickleball Paddles so the only sound you will get hearing is the applause of the crowd!  Get your quiet pickleball paddles today at JustPaddles!