Sorry I have not responded sooner. The UPS guy has to get a few words next time I see the SOB. My Boss ME-50 was delivered on the 29th - to the apartment office, no notice on my door. That is the second time UPS has screwed me out of days of fun.
Anyway, so far my experience is great with the ME-50.
It has 22 different distortion/Overdrive settings, great modulation and delay effects. The expression pedal is great. Overall it is rugged and very simple to use with a veritable plethora of uses. I got mine at a slightly knocked off price, as it was an open-box deal. I've been keeping my eye out for the specials.
It is a small world for metal fanatics. I welcome you fellow musicians, especially the metalheads!