ggn - yo ought to collect the speed up! but not too many as the ship becomes uncontrollable!

SSB it's either hold down the fire button or space? I will play then you will learn! :D http://soundcloud.com/eskimospy/i-play-you-learn

As you collect the powerups the ident will change, when it changes to the one you want hold fire longer I think this will give you the item.