serviced ?? I have a degree in Electronic Engineering
Good for you 😉
You are correct, electrolytics tend to dry out over time. Tants can also start to become a bit leaky. Obviously the effect on sound quality depends on circuit location.
tosh – the idea is to design out the effects of component tolerance and drift!
No, the idea is to design the best sounding amplifier. If you are introducing additional circuitry, or selecting components for minimal drift, then you can compromise performance.
Saladdodger, as sfb points out, parts do not have to be moving to require service/replacement, just like your valves. Of course incoming mains varies, that's why you have local regulation for anything sensitive.