Hey Perry, why not pick my audio hero? He's gone but not forgotten, he never misled anyone with silly claims of mythic materials...except maybe with his clothing Hahaha! The ever stylish, master of all things audio, James Bongiorno,
http://www.tnt-audio.com/edcorner/january13.html
Tons of info about his designs and many audio companies on the net.
Check out Roger Sanders work with his Magtech amps, hell, call him on the phone!! He always makes time to speak with a fellow enthuiast, loves what he does.
http://www.sanderssoundsystems.com/products/amplifiers/magtech-amp