minimum voltage across an electrolytic capacitor

Assuming the bias is the correct polarity, consider that zero-volt bias is not different from the component shelf life. The feedback decoupling cap in typical amps is a common failure, but they are often under-voltage, ie 6.3V or 10V when potentially exposed to maybe 50V from the output. Clamping diodes can provide protection. Latch-up can occur when a high DC output voltage reached the amp input. Bias servos may or may not solve such problems.
 
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