A pint-sized pub is solving a dilemma caused by its minimal floor space by installing virtual DJs.

The Coopers Cask in Farm Road, Hove, will video the jocks spinning discs and show the footage nanoseconds later in its bar.

Drinkers will see the DJs via a live TV link-up on 14in screens in the corner of the pub on Saturday and hear them through a hi-fi system, without even leaving their seats.

A mixture of light house and break beat will be spun by Brighton-based DJs from a DJ Tank in the office.

They will be filmed through a fish tank in the middle of the room to give an underwater effect to viewers in the pub.

The DJs will be watching the audience's reaction to their set which will be sent to the office via CCTV cameras.

The cameras, which are normally used for security purposes, will let them know when to change the record or up the pace.

The part owner and manager of the Coopers Cask, Pat Manoharan, 25, said: "We came up with the idea because we didn't have enough space to have a DJ in the pub. We didn't want to be seen as a pre-club bar because we've always been recognised as a traditional pub with good food.

"This way, people can watch and listen to the DJ, but only when they hear a tune they like. The rest of the time, they'll be able to carry on talking without the interruption of a live set in the actual pub.

"They will be filmed with a hand-held video camera. That way someone can pick it up and home in on the DJ when he's scratching a disc or doing something more involved. It will be a bit like a home video."

DJ Faux Pas, infamous for his Goggle night at the Brighton Pavilion on North Street, will play the warm-up session. His act will be followed by two more DJs, who are yet to be confirmed.

Graphics will be combined with the live video footage providing a multi-media flavour. The titles of music being mixed will also come up on screen.

The entertainment begins at 9pm and Mr Manoharan is hoping to get a late licence until midnight. Entrance will be free.