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300B amp, Shearwaters, 508.24. Any reason why this wouldn't
You may have won the prize @arcamadeus  this thread was almost 17 years old I think it's the oldest one I've seen responded to! :p 
which DAC is used when Audioengine is plugged into Rega DAC
If you plug it into the Rega DAC you are using the DAC in the Rega. Better cables do make a difference yes. I can't answer your other question perhaps others can. 
Tube match problems
Ok googled it and there is definitely no way to bias it on the chassis that I can see.  
Quincy Jones Interview
Let me be very clear the opinions I was talking about relate to music and his musical experiences. Certainly the Brando comment was unfortunate yes but in terms of his thoughts on the Beatles, MJ, etc those are valid. And perhaps his chain is slip... 
Tube match problems
What is the actual model number/name of your amp? If we have that we can do a quick google search for images of it. 
Belles Virtuoso or PrimaLuna DiaLogue Premium HP
My amp is also autobias and very revealing of tube changes, driver, power, and rectifier tubes all. Rolling tubes is certainly one of the fun parts of the hobby. And regarding Belles yes widely praised gear for sure and I am sure the new amp will ... 
Whats playing on your system today?
@slaw sadly its not on Tidal, btw any idea how many albums titled Hex there are wow, will keep it in mind for the future. 
Belles Virtuoso or PrimaLuna DiaLogue Premium HP
jtweed good point and another in favor of Primaluna as it's point to point wired and as a result both reliable and easy to fix. I think you're making a good choice and don't be scared of tubed gear being less reliable than SS that's just not the c... 
Whats playing on your system today?
Count Basie and Oscar Peterson "The Timekeepers" my own ripped CD up next Count Basie & Friends on Tidal.  @slaw what genre of music is Hex? 
Im looking for recommendations for speakers to pair with my fisherKX200
It would help to know your budget? Also that's a nice vintage system you're working on did you want to go the vintage route on speakers also? 
Belles Virtuoso or PrimaLuna DiaLogue Premium HP
kclone I think the OP is translating into Canadian dollars. $6500 would be around $8200. And to the OP I hear you on wanting meters but I strongly urge you to try out tubes if you don't that itch may never go away! 
Oyaide or Furutech plugs
+1 VH Audio, Chris just made me a Furutech FP-S032N with F1-11 gold connectors and it sounds fantastic. He was extremely helpful answering questions as well. Furutech makes great products I could care less if they are from Japan or Taiwan thought ... 
Whats playing on your system today?
A couple from Jerome Sabbagh, read a Stereophile profile on the fact he's an audiophile and dialed up a couple of his releases on Tidal. Listening to "The Turn" now and "North" next. Pretty solid stuff. 
SS Integrated Amplifier that would sound good with the PSB Synchrony One B
If you can buy used and don't mind an international sale check out this listing:https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis8e63g-luxman-l-505u-integrated-amplifier-100wpc-solid-stateObviously a step down the Luxman ladder but should still have their hou... 
Quincy Jones Interview
Sorry but Quincy Jones opinions are just that his opinions. Scrutinize as you like but he can say whatever he likes. And yes really on the basis of his long and storied career he is entitled to any opinion he wants.