It's not ludicrous. It's rational decision on their part. OP-1 is still available, expensive and sells well. If you want to experiment you have everything you

It's not ludicrous. It's rational decision on their part. OP-1 is still available, expensive and sells well. If you want to experiment you have everything you want on your laptop. There are many alternative cheaper solutions. It is somewhat unique and well thought-out. The fact that you were considering it at $1k just proves their point.