Tranny Options

hey guys i know i havent been on here in a while, but now im back with a new question :)

im looking into trans options for my 440 (going into a 72 scamp) and had questions for the guys that have done RB swaps.

the obvious choice is a 727 auto, my question is if i wanted to go with a manual trans what would be the options.

a) what is the generally used trans (4 speed?)

b) is there a more modern 5 or 6 speed that i could use that wont break the bank and wont need too much electrical wizardry to install in the car?