The RetailPlayer is the best valued platform for multi-channel streaming of background music. It is a rock solid metal device that needs little maintenance and can be installed by almost anyone. The online management allows for convenient control of the playout and the new advanced update mechanism secures fail-safe firmware updates. Its portal runs in the cloud which provides the configuration and management for all players at once (it can also be installed at specific premises). Other features include: remotely downloadable failover content and the option for users to change the volume and channel, if configured. Thanks to its openness, the RetailPlayer integrates existing services neatly. The owner is free to chose the most competitive streaming server. Or with the Instreamer ICE as a source, up to 100 play-out devices can be served without any subscription.