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Client brought me his brand spanking new Rickenbacker bass for a setup, and he had a question about this thin greasy film all over his bass. It was on the metal parts, the metallic blue finish, the pickguard - everything. He couldn't get it wiped off. I tried my Lizard Spit polish, some lemon oil, even a little warm, soapy water. That seemed to cut most of it.

My question? The case reeks of outgassing glue, and the furry fabric evens feels slick. If I rubbed my fingers across the material, and then rubbed my fingers together - they felt slick. It washed off easily with soap and water.

Anyone have any experiences with this before? I told the guy to get another case or gigbag until we determine what's up with the hard case.

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"Act your age, not your shoe size" - Prince

No experience with this here but I think that you nailed it Chris, it's the stinkin case.....

You know Rik, do everything arse backwards and in your own bubble and hope for the best. If only the Beatles had played Daisy Rock instead......

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In my experience they will be happy to make it right by offering your client a replacement case............. at full retail.