Do amplifiers deteriorate if not used?

Do amplifier internal parts (capacitors etc) deteriorate over time if they aren't being used, for example if an amplifier is in storage? Thanks.

lornoah11-07-2007 7:41pm

cytocycle Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,043 posts 11-08-2007 at 03:37pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I put a carver amp in the closet for 6 months and the caps in the powersupply dried up.. the repair cost more than the amp was worth.... second time that POS required servicing..