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Damping Matrix
ARTIFACT Rare
Modern Masters 2017 EDHREC #15,580
$0.73
+2.8%
7 days
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Damping Matrix Price Summary
Damping Matrix's current headline price is $0.73.
Damping Matrix Printings & Prices
2 printings
Damping Matrix has 2 tracked printings across 2 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
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Sell Damping Matrix: Buylist Offers
10 offers
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | MRD #161 | Foil | — | — | — |
| starcitygames | MRD #161 | Foil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | MRD #161 | Foil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MM3 #218 | Foil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | MM3 #218 | Foil | — | — | — |
| starcitygames | MM3 #218 | Foil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | MRD #161 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | MM3 #218 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| starcitygames | MRD #161 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MRD #161 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
Damping Matrix Rules Text & Legality
View on Scryfall ↗Activated abilities of artifacts and creatures can't be activated unless they're mana abilities.
"The priests tried cursing it. The mages tried dispelling it. In the end, they all obeyed it."
Damping Matrix is legal in Modern, Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer and Pauper.
standard
Not legal
pioneer
Not legal
modern
Legal
legacy
Legal
commander
Legal
pauper
Not legal
Damping Matrix Rulings
3 most recent
- Mar 14, 2017 A mana ability is an ability that produces mana, not an ability that costs mana.
- Mar 14, 2017 Activated abilities contain a colon. They’re generally written “[Cost]: [Effect].” Some keyword abilities, such as equip, are activated abilities and will have colons in their reminder text.
- Mar 14, 2017 Damping Matrix’s ability affects only artifacts and creatures on the battlefield. Activated abilities that work in other zones (such as bloodrush or unearth) can still be activated. Triggered abilities (starting with “when,” “whenever,” or “at”) are unaffected.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
4 printings
Damping Matrix has been reprinted 4 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| MM3 #218 | 2017-03-17 | Rare | Standard |
| MM3 #218 | 2017-03-17 | Rare | Standard |
| MRD #161 | 2003-10-02 | Rare | Standard |
| MRD #161 | 2003-10-02 | Rare | Standard |
MRD #161 Damping Matrix in Commander
Damping Matrix is the #15,580 most-played card on EDHREC, down 251 places over the last 30 days.
Damping Matrix FAQ
How much is Damping Matrix worth?
Damping Matrix is worth about $0.73 for its cheapest playable printing as of Sep 23, 2026.
Is Damping Matrix legal in Commander?
Yes — Damping Matrix is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern and Legacy.
Has Damping Matrix been reprinted?
Yes — Damping Matrix has been reprinted 4 times, with 2 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Damping Matrix cheap?
Damping Matrix trades at about $0.73 — 4 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#15,580 on EDHREC).