The c5i should do a very good job to drive most speakers to reasonable spl but not the last word if you like to listen at more uncomfortable listening levels with less efficient speakers. There is a preamp output on the back so very viable to use it with a beefier power amp if desired. Little more to want or need ever with that combo.
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