I think the noveski pig would be Perfect for a SBR/pistol upper

So do I, but why not get a KAK Industries Flash Can? Basically the same thing, but made of aluminum, way lighter, and way cheaper. IMHO the pig is only an improvement if you're going full auto, and I don't plan to.

Same concept as the ferfrans (and other expensive solutions, like the upcoming gemtech), but at a much lower price:

http://www.kineti-tech.com/create-a-2-piece-muzzle-brake-cucussion-sound-redirector/

You could also go in the completely opposite direction, with this (you might get thrown out of your local range):

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/06/26/strike-industries-cookie-cutter-comp/