Multi room, multi zone, pc audio question

[Rocker0087]

So I have an idea, that there very may well be something already out there to suit my needs, but with my lack of fancy audio knowledge i may be overlooking...so forgive me as I may be a bit of a noob when it comes to custom home audio setups. Looking to DIY to try and save a few thousand on something that does way more than what i need it for.

What I'm looking to do: I'm planning to have a central PC output multiple audio tracks to multiple sets of speakers in different rooms, each playing something different. Idealistically playing a different song in each room, but independently controlled from a single PC via software or some sort of router interface. If at all possible the "audio router" being connected to the PC via 1 cable (ethernet or USB), and connecting to the different sets of speakers with speaker wire, telephone cord, or if its a must (for cost reasons) RCA cables. Not needing any surround sound features, stereo would be great but mono would work just fine.

Any advice or insight would be a great help, I'm here to learn

Thanks, Bill

[johnny5c]

Cheapest and easiest way would be to use a media server program like Plex and then have a Chromecast Audio in each room. 

 

I have a Niles 5-zone 6-source audio system in my new house and for any kind of hardwired system you're looking at a good chunk of change, 

http://www.nilesaudio.com/product.php?prodID=MRC-6430&recordID=Auriel%20Multi-Room%20Audio%20Control&categoryID=Multizone%20Products&catcdID=2&prdcdID=MRC-6430