Fact is, that if the capacitors are not replaced, there is a (small) chance of big trouble. I am not trying to incite worry here, it is just a fact that capacitors do age. Normally, it is just the overall performance that suffers, but just like other components can, and might, fail in a way that is a game changer. Specifically if a component fails and then shorts out, all bets are off as to how much damage is accomplished. If on the other hand, the component goes open (no circuit connection), chances are better that no further harm will be done.
I often compare the care of audio equipment to a classic car. If you don't replace spark plugs when you should, it is not a good overall result for the engine. There comes a time when much more should be done to preserve that performance and value of the car itself.
I often compare the care of audio equipment to a classic car. If you don't replace spark plugs when you should, it is not a good overall result for the engine. There comes a time when much more should be done to preserve that performance and value of the car itself.