My (4)type R's 12's are seeing 1200w+ each and have been fine so far...I am very familiar with the T1000's also, having owned 2. Each of mine did around 1600w @1ohm. Honestly you're worrying way too much about how much power goes to them...they'll do great on 500-1000+each so just get the amp you want and can afford. The T1000 is a great daily amp, very solid. A 2kw amp would be fine also, or anywhere in between.