Needles should be the same regardless of brand. The size of needle depends on your thread size. Generally, for piecing, you want to use a thin thread -- 50/3, 50/2 or 60/3. For 50/3, a size 80/12 is usually best. For 50/2 or 60/3, you can use a size 70/10 most of the time (my preference is Aurifil 50/2 thread with Schmetz 70/10 Microtex needle).
For quilting, you can use the same set-up, or you might like a thicker thread so it shows up more on the quilt top -- of course, that also means any little mistakes will also show up more. Most often, I use Aurifil 40/2 thread with either a Microtex or Quilting needle size 80/12 by Schmetz. I've also used Klase needles & they work nicely, but I prefer the Schmetz because (1) I can buy them with a coupon at JAF and (2) they are color coded so I always know what type & size of needle I have on my machine.