Consider a used Image Dynamics IDMAX. These things are very expensive when new, but for good reason. You get competition grade SQ and also good SPL potential. 1000watt RMS power handling +20mm xmax. Normally, people who buy them are a more mature audience, due to the price, rather than a stereotypical boomer kid, so you can find many used "like new" lightly used examples within your budget.
The new Alpine Type-Rs with their 1000watt RMS power handling sound good on paper, but have they reached the SQ potential of an IDQ/IDMAX?