Especially if, as all the rumors say, it'll be named/positioned as a "pro" type of machine. Stuff with "Pro" in its name needs to earn those price tags...got no problem with that (like those new 14" and 16" MacBooks). If they're geared toward the folks making a living with their skills/talent, they should have the fastest, best stuff available for those truly needing it (and willing to fork over for it).
Everyone else - me included - can get a $1,299-1,699 24" model, and like it.