Adding external speakers to imac

I have a 2nd generation iMac that I would like to add external speakers to. I would like to be able to listen to music in the back of my shop as well as in the office at the same time. I know I need an amp to boost the sound, after that I am lost. Thanks in advance for your help.
Thebausone

"I know I need an amp to boost the sound"
No you don't. I use external speakers w/my iMac. My sound is "boosted" by a woofer. I could crumble the whole neighborhood if I so wish.
Visit Apple's online store if there is not a local offline store near you for speakers for your iMac. Also, check out Amazon for great deals for speakers.
I have the USB JBL speakers. !http://www.binbin.net/photos/jbl/jbl/jbl-red-creature-ii.jpg! which I purchased from the online Apple Store when they were on sale.
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