The KitchenAid Pro Line Burr Coffee Grinder - Onyx Black is ranked #28 in how quietly it Operates and #47 in its ability to Grind Spices. 
"…at coffee beans...their all different and not consistently shaped. I like it all and it will last for ever. It's so much quieter than expected and grind consistency is superb. We love it." - on Jul 8 2009 …full review
"…thought a good grind could make such a difference. Yes you have to BOP it now and then while grinding but look at coffee beans...their all different and not consistently shaped. I like it…" - on Jul 8 2009 …full review
"The range of adjustment makes this terrific. I am amazed at how much the flavor of coffee changes as the size of the grind changes. Now I can set the grind size to match whatever brand…" - on Feb 24 2009 …full review