There is no doubt that being able to play the guitar makes someone far cooler. Imagine the geekiest person you know, then put them on a stage shredding some amazing riffs on a six-string, and suddenly they are appearing in a whole different light. Unfortunately learning to play like Slash or Hendrix takes years of commitment and practise. Thankfully with the new Silverlit V-Beat Air Guitar anyone can pick up and play sounding like a pro after just a few instructive lessons. Have a look at the video on the right for a demonstration of the sorts of sounds that can be achieved with a little practise.

The V Beat Guitar simulator works through motion sensors, and is great for those who want to progress from air guitars and tennis rackets but maybe haven't got to grips with the real thing just yet.

With the pre-programmed rhythms and an instructive guided learning feature anyone will be rocking out and shredding solo's like a pro in no time.

Features three play modes:

• Free style (free playing)
• Easy go (play pre-programmed rhythms)
• Pop academy (guided learning step by step)