Diana Fullmer here, posting on behalf of my late husband

Randall Wyn Fullmer

April 27, 1950 - July 10,2023

To Randy’s friends, customers, and fellow musicians,

Since Randy passed away in 2023, I’ve often thought about how much building basses meant to him. It wasn’t just his work; it was part of who he was. He put so much of himself into every instrument and genuinely cared about the people who played them. If you knew Randy, I’m sure you felt that. In his final weeks, one of his greatest regrets was knowing he couldn't build the instruments promised to customers on his waiting list. He took those promises to heart and wanted so much to honor that trust.

But Randy gave people more than the instruments he built. He shared his knowledge, offered help whenever needed, and formed lasting friendships far beyond the shop. One of those friendships began in 2011, when Scott Sterling reached out to Randy for advice on building a bass. Scott was already an experienced woodworker, but Randy helped him navigate instrument building and grow from hobbyist to professional luthier. With Randy’s help, Scott started Lea Bass Guitars in 2016. Randy always believed in paying it forward, and knowing his generosity helped shape another builder’s journey means a great deal to me.

In early 2025, Scott and I began discussing a way to honor Randy through the instruments he loved so much. Those conversations led to the Wyn Tribute line of basses, a collaboration with Lea Bass Guitars. Scott will build these basses, carrying forward the design principles and meticulous detail that made Randy’s instruments special, while bringing his own skill and craftsmanship to each one. This isn’t about Scott taking over Wyn Guitars or replacing what Randy created—no one could do that. It’s about honoring something that was part of him and giving musicians a way to connect with his legacy. I am sure those who own a Wyn bass, knew Randy, or admired his work will recognize the thought and care behind these instruments.

There’s another part of this collaboration that’s important to me. In Randy’s memory, 25% of the proceeds from each Wyn Tribute bass will be donated to the American Cancer Society. It feels right for this effort to reflect Randy’s generosity and desire to help others.

As this project has taken shape, I’ve felt Randy’s presence more and more. I believe he’s here with us, guiding us along the way. I know how happy he was in his shop doing what he loved, and I wish he’d had many more years to continue with his passion. I miss him every day, and I know many of you miss him, too. But I find comfort in knowing he’s still part of this, and that we can continue something he cared so much about through the instruments Scott builds in his honor.

Thank you for being part of Randy’s life, for supporting Wyn Guitars, and for keeping his memory close. I hope these tribute basses bring joy to the musicians who play them and remind them of the care, pride, and passion Randy put into every instrument.

With gratitude,

Diana Fullmer