Installing a Transformer in DIY Subkick

[elbows]

I've recently revisited a home-made Subkick that I had abandoned after its signal seemed too low to use even in front of a DI box.

Been doing some thinking, and (correct me if I'm wrong here, please) I think installing a transformer (perhaps the one I pulled from an SM57) in the Subkick could solve some of my problems.

Is this a fair approach?
What kind of transformer is best suited to take on this duty?
What would be the best way to mount it and wire it?
Any other ideas?

Thanks

[bantam]

read up on impedance. it is resistance that is frequency dependent. so if your xfo wont pass below 80hz it could be doing more harm than good. all 1:2 or 1:4 transformers are not alike, thats where you need to know impedance ratio.

[A.David.MacKinnon]

Check your connections. I made a sub kick a few years back and found that the output was huge even without a transformer. I usually have to pad the mic pre when I use it.

[rolandk]

I'm using a Radio Shack unbalanced to balanced xfmr, works great. Maybe your speaker is bad? Try running some signal through it.

[strdsk]

Something is def wrong. Those things have tons of output. I've made MANY of them...all need padding.

[RodC]

Something is def wrong. Those things have tons of output. I've made MANY of them...all need padding.

Agreed, much much higher than most dynamic mics. Maybe your preamp dont like a real low impedance load... not likely, but you may want to try a different one.