Slowing down audio?

I've been searching the forums, but can't find a
clear answer.
If I record an audio track (or a few audio tracks),
am I able to manipulate the tempo to what I want--ie,
make it as fast or slow as I want?
Thanks for the help!
With Logoc 7.1, which cost $20 dollars to upgrade from 7.0, you are able to "follow tempo" with audio tracks. There is a parameter in the upper left corner of the track in the arrange window where you can select "follow tempo" This only works if the audio was RECORDED in 7.1. If audio was recorded in 7.0, there will be no parameter available, however you can BOUNCE that track, thereby creating a new audio file with that parameter available. The pitch is retained but there are audible artifacts which as far as I am concerned render the audio unacceptable. Sort of a warbling effect. I use this parameter only to keep the audio as a guide if I decide on changing tempos, whereby I will re record the tracks again.

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