The lubricant on the pad was dry on arrival and not usable. I compared what I received in this order with the same product available off the shelf at the local music store. The pad should have enough lubricant soaked in it that it is visible on your finger when touched or even pressed. Since the manufacturer's packing does not include any seal, just a tin lid as shown it dries out on the retailer's shelf or in the warehouse if not sold soon enough.