With high comp. and boost, it's all about keeping IATs in check and being careful with your timing map. I run 10:1 comp. and 14psi on my car with no problems (not a Honda). I had my car tuned at Balanced, but MS is a great shop as well.
Even with a built engine, you are not immune from killing it with a bad tune.

As for a MBC vs. EBC, I've had no problems with the Hallman MBC I've been running for years...rock solid. I even have the ability to run EBC with my Hydra, but I choose the MBC.