There are several good middle of the road bows to try, I would say don’t dive too deep until you test it. If you are coming from the compound world I would say a Hoyt Satori would be a great start and economical.
I have owned two bows from South, a Wolverine and a Coyote. The Wolverine was one of the best bows I have ever owned and wish I would not have parted with it. I have owned Schafer’s and pretty much everything else and it was right there.
I have put the time in spine aligning, floating in water and all the tricks. I thought it helped for shooting long distances but after learning more I am not sure it helped at all. It is fun to tinker with and know it’s not a reason for failure!
I have always left mine on but when that western wind blows and you can hardly stand up, let alone fire a shot hanging in to a sail! It’s a tough one!!