I have the original Black Max and when I release the arrow it makes a loud twang. It sounds alomost like someone plucking on the string. I don't have any silencers on the string. I was thinking about putting some on just wondering if it would help.

Put some cat whiskers on there. They are cheap and last longer than most other silencers. You'll definately notice a difference.

Yeah and don't forget about fur balls too, they will work wonders for ya.