Abstract: A cradle for retaining therein an electronic media player includes a back support plate for interface against the back surface of the player, a first side wall formed along a first longitudinal edge of the back support plate, a second side wall formed along a second longitudinal edge of the back support plate, and a mounting mechanism removably attached on the rear surface of the back support plate for mounting the cradle with the player retained therein onto an aperture of a mechanical device or system. The side walls of the cradle extend inward at opposing ends for retaining the corners of the player to prevent the player from sliding upward or downward and out of the cradle while being retained in the cradle.